Open grill and Contact grill are the two types of electric grill that can be use for grilling any kinds of dishes.
Using the electric grills can make your barbeque party easier. With just the use of electricity, it will hasten the grilling process of the food. It is an efficient cooking equipment that will not let you starve while waiting for the food during barbeque parties. It distributes even heat that will provide a well cooked dish perfect for the hungry guests. Below are the helpful pointers to follow in grilling with the different types of Electric grill:
Open Grill
Some of the open grill have an on or off switch in it. Others have meters that indicate temperature. If you have this type of electric grill you should set it to 400 degrees Fahrenheit ideal for grilling. In setting up an open grill you must first find a flat ground so that the grill won't easily tumble. This is to avoid fire and accidents. Before placing the food to the grill, you must preheat the grill first for sanitation. Oil spray is also ideal if the grill does not have a non-stick surface. Place the meat on the grilling surface and provide your full attention on to it. Allow the food to cook halfway and use a tong to flip the food for the other side to get cooked as well. Flip the food at the least possible times to have an even cooking on both sides. Know the food's internal temperature by placing a digital temperature on it before removing it from the grill. Also don't forget to clean your grill well. You must first unplug it and let it cool completely. Remove the removable parts and wash it with hot water and soap. Let the grill parts dry completely.
Contact Grill
You can use a contact grill by setting it up on a clean countertop level. Make sure that every part of the contact grill is clean. Plug it for electricity and close the plates right after. Preheat it just like the open grill for sanitation proposes. When the ready light turns on or change its color depending on you contact grill, you can then put on the food on the heat plate for grilling. Open the grill and put the food in the center of the lower plate. Then close it and clamp it shut for the dish to get cooked. Leave it for about 20 minutes. Precooked dishes only take lesser time to cook. A digital thermometer is also used to know the internal temperature of the food. When the dish is already ready, open the contact grill to remove the food. Unplug it and wait for the plates to cool down. When the plates are cooled down it is advisable to wipe the plates with a wet sponge. Allow it to dry before using it again.